STATEMENT
FROM THE DEA ADMINISTRATOR
ON PENDING EXTRADITION OF FABIO OCHOA

"To say the
DEA is excited about the prospect that Fabio Ochoa will soon be extradited
to the US to stand trial for his drug offenses would be an understatement
of great proportions. Fabio Ochoa, the former right hand man of drug kingpin
Pablo Escobar, is responsible for the destruction of countless lives.
His greed and ruthless behavior are unsurpassed, even among the most notorious
drug traffickers of the 'Cartel' era. I am pleased with the decision of
the Colombian Supreme Court, and applaud the efforts of the brave men
and women of the Colombian government, the Colombian National Police,
the DEA, and a host of other dedicated workers who have assisted in the
investigative and extradition process."